Winkler-Hermaden Olivin 2015 13,5% Vol. 9l OWC

The Winkler-Hermaden winery, idyllically situated on the Kapfensteiner Kogel in south-eastern Styria, extends over 40 hectares of vineyards. Georg Winkler-Hermaden took over management from his father Burkhardt in 1977, expanding the estate from its original 4 to 38 hectares. Since 1986, he has run the winery together with his wife Margot. In 2009, the entire agricultural area was converted to organic farming, which increased biodiversity and improved wine quality. In addition, the 80 hectares of family-owned forest have provided enough oak wood for 30 years to age the wine in wooden barrels.

The Winkler-Hermaden winery presents "Olivin", an outstanding red wine made from the Zweigelt grape variety. These grapes grow on lime-free loose sediment-brown earth soil with surrounding volcanic material, which gives the wine its special character. It is particularly noteworthy that the oaks for the barriques in which the wine matures also grow on the same soil, in the same climate and on the Kapfensteiner Kogel.

After one month of maceration, the Olivin matures for 24 months in 300-liter Kapfenstein oak barriques. After careful ageing, the wine is bottled and sealed with natural corks. The "Olivin" has ageing potential until 2028, during which time it will fully reveal its aromas.

For over 30 years, "Olivin" has been one of the best red wines in Styria, which underlines its outstanding quality and consistency.

Tasting notes:

Ruby garnet with violet reflections. Notes of cherries and sour cherries on the nose. Aromas of dark nuts, chocolate and eucalyptus on the palate. Long-lasting with velvety tannins on the finish.

Acidity: 5.0 g/l
Residual sugar: 1.2 g/l
Drinking temperature: 16-18 °C

This wine harmonizes perfectly with pasta dishes and pork.